H. WIENIAWSKI CAPRICE op.18 n. 4 cello LUCA PACCAGNELLA (Castello Estense Arqua' Polesine)
CAPRICE op.18 n.4 HENRYK WIENIAWSKI (1835 -1880)
violoncello LUCA PACCAGNELLA
Si ringrazia l'Amministrazione Comunale di Arquà Polesine (RO) per aver concesso il Patrocinio al progetto Architetture Sonore.
Percorso musicale tra i luoghi sonori dislocati lungo il fiume Po dove armonia, equilibrio, proporzione e ritmo si fondono tra Musica e Architettura.
SOUND OF STONE PROJECT (Anteprima)
Registrato marzo 2016 nel CASTELLO ESTENSE DIEDO, DA MULA, TRAVES DEI BONFILI di Arquà Polesine (RO)
The fortress of Arquà, erected in 1146, commonly known as Castello Estense, is one of the few buildings in Italy that has the double enrolment in both the Castle Register and Historical Dwelling Register. The architecture is medieval and is the best preserved in the all province, as well as the unique physical proof of the large fortification net than used to control Canal Bianco. The building was erected on the will of Guglielmo III Marchesella degli Adelardi, Lord of Ferrara, to defeat the Estes in the territory of Rovigo. Shortly, in 1187, the building became propery of the Estes. With the entire region of Polesine, then, the castle of Arquà in 1395 became property of the Most Serene Republic of Venice in exchange for financial credit. The Venetians established in there a military district, equipping the castle with a garrison. The original difensive configuration, that was necessary to keep one of the most important places of Polesine, was lost after the victory on the so-called Salt War (circa 1480-1484). After the years between 1438 and 1482, when the building came back to the Estes, the Republic of Venice gave it, at the end, to the Diedos. In the XVI Century every builded military fortress were shot down, except for the castle of Arquà because its location was strategically important, as it was the only way to reach Canal Bianco and Po River, that meant the territories near Ferrara. The Diedos, family with probable Venetian origins, converted the castle in a comfort and luxurious noble dwelling in the countryside and embellished it with frescos, shotting down one of the guard towers.
Excellences of the context: HUNTING MANSION The structure is an example of Ferrara’s rural architecture. In the inside, the building is divided in a central hall, with timbers, from where it is possible to access to the other rooms. On the posterior façade there are noble crests. The surrounding walls were built in the XVIII Century. In 1850 the garden were converted in a park with bridges, caverns, water games, several plants and paths full of historical evidences. It was also built a neo-gothic tower. The tale tells that the building was connected to the castle with a secret passage. It is exposed to the road the crosses the town in east-west direction, while at that time it was separated from the city centre and near to an ancient path made in roman age. Originally built as service construction by Alberto V of Este, marquise of Ferrara and Modena, at his death in 1393, was given in heritage to his son, Nicolò III, that was full of debts and, in 1412, gave it to the noble Andrea Durazzo with the obligation of vassalage. In the middle of XVI Century it was expanded and two more wings were erected, with some other rooms, a cantina and some atticts. In 1720, after other renovations, the building had the resemblance of the XVIII Century and in 1752 it was given to the bishop Pellegrino Ferro. In 1756 it was bought by the noble family named Cavalli, in 1760 by the Cecchettis that, at the beginning of XIX Century, made some renovations. The current owners are heir of the Cecchettis. Antonio Cecchetti made an industrial orchard. During World War II it became a refuge for displaced persons then, divided, it was rent out. In 1968, as ruin, it was renewed by the architect Conato.
BIBER PASSACAGLIA GUARDIAN ANGEL cello LUCA PACCAGNELLA Medieval Castle ARQUA POLESINE
H. I.F. BIBER PASSACAGLIA GUARDIAN ANGEL (Rosary Sonatas)
LUCA PACCAGNELLA cello
Medieval Castle ARQUA POLESINE - Italy Live Recording 2018The fortress of Arquà, erected in 1146, commonly known as Castello Estense, is one of the few buildings in Italy that has the double enrolment in both the Castle Register and Historical Dwelling Register. The architecture is medieval and is the best preserved in the all province, as well as the unique physical proof of the large fortification net than used to control Canal Bianco. The building was erected on the will of Guglielmo III Marchesella degli Adelardi, Lord of Ferrara, to defeat the Estes in the territory of Rovigo. Shortly, in 1187, the building became propery of the Estes. With the entire region of Polesine, then, the castle of Arquà in 1395 became property of the Most Serene Republic of Venice in exchange for financial credit. The Venetians established in there a military district, equipping the castle with a garrison. The original difensive configuration, that was necessary to keep one of the most important places of Polesine, was lost after the victory on the so-called Salt War (circa 1480-1484). After the years between 1438 and 1482, when the building came back to the Estes, the Republic of Venice gave it, at the end, to the Diedos. In the XVI Century every builded military fortress were shot down, except for the castle of Arquà because its location was strategically important, as it was the only way to reach Canal Bianco and Po River, that meant the territories near Ferrara. The Diedos, family with probable Venetian origins, converted the castle in a comfort and luxurious noble dwelling in the countryside and embellished it with frescos, shotting down one of the guard towers. Excellences of the context: HUNTING MANSION The structure is an example of Ferrara’s rural architecture. In the inside, the building is divided in a central hall, with timbers, from where it is possible to access to the other rooms. On the posterior façade there are noble crests. The surrounding walls were built in the XVIII Century. In 1850 the garden were converted in a park with bridges, caverns, water games, several plants and paths full of historical evidences. It was also built a neo-gothic tower. The tale tells that the building was connected to the castle with a secret passage. It is exposed to the road the crosses the town in east-west direction, while at that time it was separated from the city centre and near to an ancient path made in roman age. Originally built as service construction by Alberto V of Este, marquise of Ferrara and Modena, at his death in 1393, was given in heritage to his son, Nicolò III, that was full of debts and, in 1412, gave it to the noble Andrea Durazzo with the obligation of vassalage. In the middle of XVI Century it was expanded and two more wings were erected, with some other rooms, a cantina and some atticts. In 1720, after other renovations, the building had the resemblance of the XVIII Century and in 1752 it was given to the bishop Pellegrino Ferro. In 1756 it was bought by the noble family named Cavalli, in 1760 by the Cecchettis that, at the beginning of XIX Century, made some renovations. The current owners are heir of the Cecchettis. Antonio Cecchetti made an industrial orchard. During World War II it became a refuge for displaced persons then, divided, it was rent out. In 1968, as ruin, it was renewed by the architect Conato.
J.S. BACH ARIOSO dalla Cantata 156 LUCA PACCAGNELLA cello Castello Arquà Polesine
J.S. BACH ARIOSO (dalla Cantata n. 156)
LUCA PACCAGNELLA cello
Registrato marzo 2016 nel CASTELLO ESTENSE DIEDO, DA MULA, TRAVES DEI BONFILI di Arquà Polesine (RO), si ringrazia l'Amministrazione Comunale di Arquà Polesine per aver concesso il Patrocinio al progetto Architetture Sonore.
SOUND OF STONE PROJECT Percorso musicale tra i luoghi sonori dislocati lungo il fiume Po dove armonia, equilibrio, proporzione e ritmo si fondono tra Musica e Architettura. (
The fortress of Arquà, erected in 1146, commonly known as Castello Estense, is one of the few buildings in Italy that has the double enrolment in both the Castle Register and Historical Dwelling Register. The architecture is medieval and is the best preserved in the all province, as well as the unique physical proof of the large fortification net than used to control Canal Bianco. The building was erected on the will of Guglielmo III Marchesella degli Adelardi, Lord of Ferrara, to defeat the Estes in the territory of Rovigo. Shortly, in 1187, the building became propery of the Estes. With the entire region of Polesine, then, the castle of Arquà in 1395 became property of the Most Serene Republic of Venice in exchange for financial credit. The Venetians established in there a military district, equipping the castle with a garrison. The original difensive configuration, that was necessary to keep one of the most important places of Polesine, was lost after the victory on the so-called Salt War (circa 1480-1484). After the years between 1438 and 1482, when the building came back to the Estes, the Republic of Venice gave it, at the end, to the Diedos. In the XVI Century every builded military fortress were shot down, except for the castle of Arquà because its location was strategically important, as it was the only way to reach Canal Bianco and Po River, that meant the territories near Ferrara. The Diedos, family with probable Venetian origins, converted the castle in a comfort and luxurious noble dwelling in the countryside and embellished it with frescos, shotting down one of the guard towers. Excellences of the context: HUNTING MANSION The structure is an example of Ferrara’s rural architecture. In the inside, the building is divided in a central hall, with timbers, from where it is possible to access to the other rooms. On the posterior façade there are noble crests. The surrounding walls were built in the XVIII Century. In 1850 the garden were converted in a park with bridges, caverns, water games, several plants and paths full of historical evidences. It was also built a neo-gothic tower. The tale tells that the building was connected to the castle with a secret passage. It is exposed to the road the crosses the town in east-west direction, while at that time it was separated from the city centre and near to an ancient path made in roman age. Originally built as service construction by Alberto V of Este, marquise of Ferrara and Modena, at his death in 1393, was given in heritage to his son, Nicolò III, that was full of debts and, in 1412, gave it to the noble Andrea Durazzo with the obligation of vassalage. In the middle of XVI Century it was expanded and two more wings were erected, with some other rooms, a cantina and some atticts. In 1720, after other renovations, the building had the resemblance of the XVIII Century and in 1752 it was given to the bishop Pellegrino Ferro. In 1756 it was bought by the noble family named Cavalli, in 1760 by the Cecchettis that, at the beginning of XIX Century, made some renovations. The current owners are heir of the Cecchettis. Antonio Cecchetti made an industrial orchard. During World War II it became a refuge for displaced persons then, divided, it was rent out. In 1968, as ruin, it was renewed by the architect Conato.
ASTURIAS ISAAC ALBENIZ (Leyenda) CELLO solo LUCA PACCAGNELLA (Medieval Castel Arqua' Polesine)
ISAAC ALBENIZ ASTURIAS (Leyenda)
violoncello LUCA PACCAGNELLA
Registrato marzo 2016 nel CASTELLO ESTENSE DIEDO, DA MULA, TRAVES DEI BONFILI di Arquà Polesine (RO), si ringraziano la Provincia di Rovigo e l'Amministrazione Comunale di Arquà Polesine per aver concesso il Patrocinio al progetto Architetture Sonore. SOUND OF STONE PROJECT Percorso musicale tra i luoghi sonori dislocati lungo il fiume Po dove armonia, equilibrio, proporzione e ritmo si fondono tra Musica e Architettura.
The fortress of Arquà, erected in 1146, commonly known as Castello Estense, is one of the few buildings in Italy that has the double enrolment in both the Castle Register and Historical Dwelling Register. The architecture is medieval and is the best preserved in the all province, as well as the unique physical proof of the large fortification net than used to control Canal Bianco. The building was erected on the will of Guglielmo III Marchesella degli Adelardi, Lord of Ferrara, to defeat the Estes in the territory of Rovigo. Shortly, in 1187, the building became propery of the Estes. With the entire region of Polesine, then, the castle of Arquà in 1395 became property of the Most Serene Republic of Venice in exchange for financial credit. The Venetians established in there a military district, equipping the castle with a garrison. The original difensive configuration, that was necessary to keep one of the most important places of Polesine, was lost after the victory on the so-called Salt War (circa 1480-1484). After the years between 1438 and 1482, when the building came back to the Estes, the Republic of Venice gave it, at the end, to the Diedos. In the XVI Century every builded military fortress were shot down, except for the castle of Arquà because its location was strategically important, as it was the only way to reach Canal Bianco and Po River, that meant the territories near Ferrara. The Diedos, family with probable Venetian origins, converted the castle in a comfort and luxurious noble dwelling in the countryside and embellished it with frescos, shotting down one of the guard towers. Excellences of the context: HUNTING MANSION The structure is an example of Ferrara’s rural architecture. In the inside, the building is divided in a central hall, with timbers, from where it is possible to access to the other rooms. On the posterior façade there are noble crests. The surrounding walls were built in the XVIII Century. In 1850 the garden were converted in a park with bridges, caverns, water games, several plants and paths full of historical evidences. It was also built a neo-gothic tower. The tale tells that the building was connected to the castle with a secret passage. It is exposed to the road the crosses the town in east-west direction, while at that time it was separated from the city centre and near to an ancient path made in roman age. Originally built as service construction by Alberto V of Este, marquise of Ferrara and Modena, at his death in 1393, was given in heritage to his son, Nicolò III, that was full of debts and, in 1412, gave it to the noble Andrea Durazzo with the obligation of vassalage. In the middle of XVI Century it was expanded and two more wings were erected, with some other rooms, a cantina and some atticts. In 1720, after other renovations, the building had the resemblance of the XVIII Century and in 1752 it was given to the bishop Pellegrino Ferro. In 1756 it was bought by the noble family named Cavalli, in 1760 by the Cecchettis that, at the beginning of XIX Century, made some renovations. The current owners are heir of the Cecchettis. Antonio Cecchetti made an industrial orchard. During World War II it became a refuge for displaced persons then, divided, it was rent out. In 1968, as ruin, it was renewed by the architect Conato.
S. PROKOFIEV MARCH op.65 cello LUCA PACCAGNELLA (Castello di Arquà Polesine)
Sergej PROKOFIEV MARCH op.65 (from Music for children)
LUCA PACCAGNELLA cello
Registrato aprile 2016 Castello di Arquà Polesine (RO) - Italy, si ringrazia l'Amministrazione Comunale di Arquà Polesine per aver concesso il Patrocinio al progetto Architetture Sonore. SOUND OF STONE PROJECT: Percorso musicale tra i luoghi sonori dislocati lungo il fiume Po dove armonia, equilibrio, proporzione e ritmo si fondono tra Musica e Architettura.
The fortress of Arquà, erected in 1146, commonly known as Castello Estense, is one of the few buildings in Italy that has the double enrolment in both the Castle Register and Historical Dwelling Register. The architecture is medieval and is the best preserved in the all province, as well as the unique physical proof of the large fortification net than used to control Canal Bianco. The building was erected on the will of Guglielmo III Marchesella degli Adelardi, Lord of Ferrara, to defeat the Estes in the territory of Rovigo. Shortly, in 1187, the building became propery of the Estes. With the entire region of Polesine, then, the castle of Arquà in 1395 became property of the Most Serene Republic of Venice in exchange for financial credit. The Venetians established in there a military district, equipping the castle with a garrison. The original difensive configuration, that was necessary to keep one of the most important places of Polesine, was lost after the victory on the so-called Salt War (circa 1480-1484). After the years between 1438 and 1482, when the building came back to the Estes, the Republic of Venice gave it, at the end, to the Diedos. In the XVI Century every builded military fortress were shot down, except for the castle of Arquà because its location was strategically important, as it was the only way to reach Canal Bianco and Po River, that meant the territories near Ferrara. The Diedos, family with probable Venetian origins, converted the castle in a comfort and luxurious noble dwelling in the countryside and embellished it with frescos, shotting down one of the guard towers. Excellences of the context: HUNTING MANSION The structure is an example of Ferrara’s rural architecture. In the inside, the building is divided in a central hall, with timbers, from where it is possible to access to the other rooms. On the posterior façade there are noble crests. The surrounding walls were built in the XVIII Century. In 1850 the garden were converted in a park with bridges, caverns, water games, several plants and paths full of historical evidences. It was also built a neo-gothic tower. The tale tells that the building was connected to the castle with a secret passage. It is exposed to the road the crosses the town in east-west direction, while at that time it was separated from the city centre and near to an ancient path made in roman age. Originally built as service construction by Alberto V of Este, marquise of Ferrara and Modena, at his death in 1393, was given in heritage to his son, Nicolò III, that was full of debts and, in 1412, gave it to the noble Andrea Durazzo with the obligation of vassalage. In the middle of XVI Century it was expanded and two more wings were erected, with some other rooms, a cantina and some atticts. In 1720, after other renovations, the building had the resemblance of the XVIII Century and in 1752 it was given to the bishop Pellegrino Ferro. In 1756 it was bought by the noble family named Cavalli, in 1760 by the Cecchettis that, at the beginning of XIX Century, made some renovations. The current owners are heir of the Cecchettis. Antonio Cecchetti made an industrial orchard. During World War II it became a refuge for displaced persons then, divided, it was rent out. In 1968, as ruin, it was renewed by the architect Conato.
J.S. BACH GIGUE 4 SUITE Luca Paccagnella cello Medieval Estense Castle Arquà Polesine
J.S. BACH GIGUE 4 SUITE mib maggiore BWV 1010
Luca Paccagnella cello
Pac & BACH a journey on the River Po
Un PO di BACH - The Sound of Stone Project - Architetture Sonore - recording 2016 in the Medieval Castle ARQUA POLESINE
Diedo, Da Mula, Treves de Bonfili (1146)
si ringraziano Provincia di Rovigo e l'Amministrazione Comunale di Arquà Polesine per aver concesso il Patrocinio al progetto Un PO di BACHArchitetture Sonore- SOUND OF STONE PROJECT Percorso musicale tra i luoghi sonori dislocati lungo il fiume Po dove armonia, equilibrio, proporzione e ritmo si fondono tra Musica e Architettura.
The fortress of Arquà, erected in 1146, commonly known as Castello Estense, is one of the few buildings in Italy that has the double enrolment in both the Castle Register and Historical Dwelling Register. The architecture is medieval and is the best preserved in the all province, as well as the unique physical proof of the large fortification net than used to control Canal Bianco. The building was erected on the will of Guglielmo III Marchesella degli Adelardi, Lord of Ferrara, to defeat the Estes in the territory of Rovigo. Shortly, in 1187, the building became propery of the Estes. With the entire region of Polesine, then, the castle of Arquà in 1395 became property of the Most Serene Republic of Venice in exchange for financial credit. The Venetians established in there a military district, equipping the castle with a garrison. The original difensive configuration, that was necessary to keep one of the most important places of Polesine, was lost after the victory on the so-called Salt War (circa 1480-1484). After the years between 1438 and 1482, when the building came back to the Estes, the Republic of Venice gave it, at the end, to the Diedos. In the XVI Century every builded military fortress were shot down, except for the castle of Arquà because its location was strategically important, as it was the only way to reach Canal Bianco and Po River, that meant the territories near Ferrara. The Diedos, family with probable Venetian origins, converted the castle in a comfort and luxurious noble dwelling in the countryside and embellished it with frescos, shotting down one of the guard towers. Excellences of the context: HUNTING MANSION The structure is an example of Ferrara’s rural architecture. In the inside, the building is divided in a central hall, with timbers, from where it is possible to access to the other rooms. On the posterior façade there are noble crests. The surrounding walls were built in the XVIII Century. In 1850 the garden were converted in a park with bridges, caverns, water games, several plants and paths full of historical evidences. It was also built a neo-gothic tower. The tale tells that the building was connected to the castle with a secret passage. It is exposed to the road the crosses the town in east-west direction, while at that time it was separated from the city centre and near to an ancient path made in roman age. Originally built as service construction by Alberto V of Este, marquise of Ferrara and Modena, at his death in 1393, was given in heritage to his son, Nicolò III, that was full of debts and, in 1412, gave it to the noble Andrea Durazzo with the obligation of vassalage. In the middle of XVI Century it was expanded and two more wings were erected, with some other rooms, a cantina and some atticts. In 1720, after other renovations, the building had the resemblance of the XVIII Century and in 1752 it was given to the bishop Pellegrino Ferro. In 1756 it was bought by the noble family named Cavalli, in 1760 by the Cecchettis that, at the beginning of XIX Century, made some renovations. The current owners are heir of the Cecchettis. Antonio Cecchetti made an industrial orchard. During World War II it became a refuge for displaced persons then, divided, it was rent out. In 1968, as ruin, it was renewed by the architect Conato.
SALTARELLO AL CASTELLO violoncello LUCA PACCAGNELLA (MANOSCRITTO MEDIEVALE TOSCANO)
SALTARELLO AL CASTELLO (MANOSCRITTO MEDIEVALE TOSCANO) Arrangement for cello LUCA PACCAGNELLA
Medieval Castle Live Recording 2019 Arquà Polesine - ITALY SOUND OF STONE Sound Architectures - I SUONI DEL PO
The fortress of Arquà, erected in 1146, commonly known as Castello Estense, is one of the few buildings in Italy that has the double enrolment in both the Castle Register and Historical Dwelling Register. The architecture is medieval and is the best preserved in the all province, as well as the unique physical proof of the large fortification net than used to control Canal Bianco. The building was erected on the will of Guglielmo III Marchesella degli Adelardi, Lord of Ferrara, to defeat the Estes in the territory of Rovigo. Shortly, in 1187, the building became propery of the Estes. With the entire region of Polesine, then, the castle of Arquà in 1395 became property of the Most Serene Republic of Venice in exchange for financial credit. The Venetians established in there a military district, equipping the castle with a garrison. The original difensive configuration, that was necessary to keep one of the most important places of Polesine, was lost after the victory on the so-called Salt War (circa 1480-1484). After the years between 1438 and 1482, when the building came back to the Estes, the Republic of Venice gave it, at the end, to the Diedos. In the XVI Century every builded military fortress were shot down, except for the castle of Arquà because its location was strategically important, as it was the only way to reach Canal Bianco and Po River, that meant the territories near Ferrara. The Diedos, family with probable Venetian origins, converted the castle in a comfort and luxurious noble dwelling in the countryside and embellished it with frescos, shotting down one of the guard towers. Excellences of the context: Hunting Masion. The structure is an example of Ferrara’s rural architecture. In the inside, the building is divided in a central hall, with timbers, from where it is possible to access to the other rooms. On the posterior façade there are noble crests. The surrounding walls were built in the XVIII Century. In 1850 the garden were converted in a park with bridges, caverns, water games, several plants and paths full of historical evidences. It was also built a neo-gothic tower. The tale tells that the building was connected to the castle with a secret passage. It is exposed to the road the crosses the town in east-west direction, while at that time it was separated from the city centre and near to an ancient path made in roman age. Originally built as service construction by Alberto V of Este, marquise of Ferrara and Modena, at his death in 1393, was given in heritage to his son, Nicolò III, that was full of debts and, in 1412, gave it to the noble Andrea Durazzo with the obligation of vassalage. In the middle of XVI Century it was expanded and two more wings were erected, with some other rooms, a cantina and some atticts. In 1720, after other renovations, the building had the resemblance of the XVIII Century and in 1752 it was given to the bishop Pellegrino Ferro. In 1756 it was bought by the noble family named Cavalli, in 1760 by the Cecchettis that, at the beginning of XIX Century, made some renovations. The current owners are heir of the Cecchettis. Antonio Cecchetti made an industrial orchard. During World War II it became a refuge for displaced persons then, divided, it was rent out. In 1968, as ruin, it was renewed by the architect Conato.
J. S. BACH PRELUDIO 6 SUITE Luca Paccagnella cello Medieval Estense Castle Arquà Polesine
J. S. BACH PRELUDIO 6 SUITE in re maggiore BWV 1012
Luca Paccagnella cello
Un PO di BACH - Architetture Sonore - The Sound of Stone Project LIve recording 2016 in the Medieval Castle ARQUA POLESINE
Diedo, Da Mula, Treves de Bonfili (1146)
si ringraziano Provincia di Rovigo e l'Amministrazione Comunale di Arquà Polesine per aver concesso il Patrocinio al progetto Un PO di BACHArchitetture Sonore- SOUND OF STONE PROJECT Percorso musicale tra i luoghi sonori dislocati lungo il fiume Po dove armonia, equilibrio, proporzione e ritmo si fondono tra Musica e Architettura.
The fortress of Arquà, erected in 1146, commonly known as Castello Estense, is one of the few buildings in Italy that has the double enrolment in both the Castle Register and Historical Dwelling Register. The architecture is medieval and is the best preserved in the all province, as well as the unique physical proof of the large fortification net than used to control Canal Bianco. The building was erected on the will of Guglielmo III Marchesella degli Adelardi, Lord of Ferrara, to defeat the Estes in the territory of Rovigo. Shortly, in 1187, the building became propery of the Estes. With the entire region of Polesine, then, the castle of Arquà in 1395 became property of the Most Serene Republic of Venice in exchange for financial credit. The Venetians established in there a military district, equipping the castle with a garrison. The original difensive configuration, that was necessary to keep one of the most important places of Polesine, was lost after the victory on the so-called Salt War (circa 1480-1484). After the years between 1438 and 1482, when the building came back to the Estes, the Republic of Venice gave it, at the end, to the Diedos. In the XVI Century every builded military fortress were shot down, except for the castle of Arquà because its location was strategically important, as it was the only way to reach Canal Bianco and Po River, that meant the territories near Ferrara. The Diedos, family with probable Venetian origins, converted the castle in a comfort and luxurious noble dwelling in the countryside and embellished it with frescos, shotting down one of the guard towers. Excellences of the context: HUNTING MANSION The structure is an example of Ferrara’s rural architecture. In the inside, the building is divided in a central hall, with timbers, from where it is possible to access to the other rooms. On the posterior façade there are noble crests. The surrounding walls were built in the XVIII Century. In 1850 the garden were converted in a park with bridges, caverns, water games, several plants and paths full of historical evidences. It was also built a neo-gothic tower. The tale tells that the building was connected to the castle with a secret passage. It is exposed to the road the crosses the town in east-west direction, while at that time it was separated from the city centre and near to an ancient path made in roman age. Originally built as service construction by Alberto V of Este, marquise of Ferrara and Modena, at his death in 1393, was given in heritage to his son, Nicolò III, that was full of debts and, in 1412, gave it to the noble Andrea Durazzo with the obligation of vassalage. In the middle of XVI Century it was expanded and two more wings were erected, with some other rooms, a cantina and some atticts. In 1720, after other renovations, the building had the resemblance of the XVIII Century and in 1752 it was given to the bishop Pellegrino Ferro. In 1756 it was bought by the noble family named Cavalli, in 1760 by the Cecchettis that, at the beginning of XIX Century, made some renovations. The current owners are heir of the Cecchettis. Antonio Cecchetti made an industrial orchard. During World War II it became a refuge for displaced persons then, divided, it was rent out. In 1968, as ruin, it was renewed by the architect Conato.
ROSSINI LA DANZA TARANTELLA violoncello LUCA PACCAGNELLA
G. ROSSINI LA DANZA - TARANTELLA
Trascrizione per violoncello LUCA PACCAGNELLA
MEDIEVAL CASTLE ARQUA POLESINE - ITALY
Live Video Recording 2019 THE SOUND OF STONE - I SUONI DEL PO
CASTELLO ESTENSE DIEDO, DA MULA, TRAVES DEI BONFILI di Arquà Polesine (RO), si ringrazia l'Amministrazione Comunale di Arquà Polesine per aver concesso il Patrocinio al progetto Architetture Sonore.
The fortress of Arquà, erected in 1146, commonly known as Castello Estense, is one of the few buildings in Italy that has the double enrolment in both the Castle Register and Historical Dwelling Register. The architecture is medieval and is the best preserved in the all province, as well as the unique physical proof of the large fortification net than used to control Canal Bianco. The building was erected on the will of Guglielmo III Marchesella degli Adelardi, Lord of Ferrara, to defeat the Estes in the territory of Rovigo. Shortly, in 1187, the building became propery of the Estes. With the entire region of Polesine, then, the castle of Arquà in 1395 became property of the Most Serene Republic of Venice in exchange for financial credit. The Venetians established in there a military district, equipping the castle with a garrison. The original difensive configuration, that was necessary to keep one of the most important places of Polesine, was lost after the victory on the so-called Salt War (circa 1480-1484). After the years between 1438 and 1482, when the building came back to the Estes, the Republic of Venice gave it, at the end, to the Diedos. In the XVI Century every builded military fortress were shot down, except for the castle of Arquà because its location was strategically important, as it was the only way to reach Canal Bianco and Po River, that meant the territories near Ferrara. The Diedos, family with probable Venetian origins, converted the castle in a comfort and luxurious noble dwelling in the countryside and embellished it with frescos, shotting down one of the guard towers. Excellences of the context: HUNTING MANSION The structure is an example of Ferrara’s rural architecture. In the inside, the building is divided in a central hall, with timbers, from where it is possible to access to the other rooms. On the posterior façade there are noble crests. The surrounding walls were built in the XVIII Century. In 1850 the garden were converted in a park with bridges, caverns, water games, several plants and paths full of historical evidences. It was also built a neo-gothic tower. The tale tells that the building was connected to the castle with a secret passage. It is exposed to the road the crosses the town in east-west direction, while at that time it was separated from the city centre and near to an ancient path made in roman age. Originally built as service construction by Alberto V of Este, marquise of Ferrara and Modena, at his death in 1393, was given in heritage to his son, Nicolò III, that was full of debts and, in 1412, gave it to the noble Andrea Durazzo with the obligation of vassalage. In the middle of XVI Century it was expanded and two more wings were erected, with some other rooms, a cantina and some atticts. In 1720, after other renovations, the building had the resemblance of the XVIII Century and in 1752 it was given to the bishop Pellegrino Ferro. In 1756 it was bought by the noble family named Cavalli, in 1760 by the Cecchettis that, at the beginning of XIX Century, made some renovations. The current owners are heir of the Cecchettis. Antonio Cecchetti made an industrial orchard. During World War II it became a refuge for displaced persons then, divided, it was rent out. In 1968, as ruin, it was renewed by the architect Conato.
J.S. BACH COURANTE 5 SUITE Luca Paccagnella cello Arquà Polesine Medieval Castle
J. S. BACH COURANTE 5 SUITE do minore BWV 1011
Luca Paccagnella cello
Pac & BACH a journey on the River Po
The Sound of Stone Project - Architetture Sonore - Un PO di BACH live recording 2016 in the Medieval Castle ARQUA POLESINE
Diedo, Da Mula, Treves de Bonfili (1146)
si ringraziano Provincia di Rovigo e l'Amministrazione Comunale di Arquà Polesine per aver concesso il Patrocinio al progetto Un PO di BACHArchitetture Sonore- SOUND OF STONE PROJECT Percorso musicale tra i luoghi sonori dislocati lungo il fiume Po dove armonia, equilibrio, proporzione e ritmo si fondono tra Musica e Architettura.
The fortress of Arquà, erected in 1146, commonly known as Castello Estense, is one of the few buildings in Italy that has the double enrolment in both the Castle Register and Historical Dwelling Register. The architecture is medieval and is the best preserved in the all province, as well as the unique physical proof of the large fortification net than used to control Canal Bianco. The building was erected on the will of Guglielmo III Marchesella degli Adelardi, Lord of Ferrara, to defeat the Estes in the territory of Rovigo. Shortly, in 1187, the building became propery of the Estes. With the entire region of Polesine, then, the castle of Arquà in 1395 became property of the Most Serene Republic of Venice in exchange for financial credit. The Venetians established in there a military district, equipping the castle with a garrison. The original difensive configuration, that was necessary to keep one of the most important places of Polesine, was lost after the victory on the so-called Salt War (circa 1480-1484). After the years between 1438 and 1482, when the building came back to the Estes, the Republic of Venice gave it, at the end, to the Diedos. In the XVI Century every builded military fortress were shot down, except for the castle of Arquà because its location was strategically important, as it was the only way to reach Canal Bianco and Po River, that meant the territories near Ferrara. The Diedos, family with probable Venetian origins, converted the castle in a comfort and luxurious noble dwelling in the countryside and embellished it with frescos, shotting down one of the guard towers. Excellences of the context: HUNTING MANSION The structure is an example of Ferrara’s rural architecture. In the inside, the building is divided in a central hall, with timbers, from where it is possible to access to the other rooms. On the posterior façade there are noble crests. The surrounding walls were built in the XVIII Century. In 1850 the garden were converted in a park with bridges, caverns, water games, several plants and paths full of historical evidences. It was also built a neo-gothic tower. The tale tells that the building was connected to the castle with a secret passage. It is exposed to the road the crosses the town in east-west direction, while at that time it was separated from the city centre and near to an ancient path made in roman age. Originally built as service construction by Alberto V of Este, marquise of Ferrara and Modena, at his death in 1393, was given in heritage to his son, Nicolò III, that was full of debts and, in 1412, gave it to the noble Andrea Durazzo with the obligation of vassalage. In the middle of XVI Century it was expanded and two more wings were erected, with some other rooms, a cantina and some atticts. In 1720, after other renovations, the building had the resemblance of the XVIII Century and in 1752 it was given to the bishop Pellegrino Ferro. In 1756 it was bought by the noble family named Cavalli, in 1760 by the Cecchettis that, at the beginning of XIX Century, made some renovations. The current owners are heir of the Cecchettis. Antonio Cecchetti made an industrial orchard. During World War II it became a refuge for displaced persons then, divided, it was rent out. In 1968, as ruin, it was renewed by the architect Conato.
GIULIO DE RUVO TARANTELLA violoncello LUCA PACCAGNELLA ESTENSE MEDIEVAL CASTLE
GIULIO DE RUVO TARANTELLA (XVII°sec.)
violoncello LUCA PACCAGNELLA
Medieval Castle Live Recording 2019 Arquà Polesine - ITALY SOUND OF STONE Sound Architectures - I SUONI DEL PO
The fortress of Arquà, erected in 1146, commonly known as Castello Estense, is one of the few buildings in Italy that has the double enrolment in both the Castle Register and Historical Dwelling Register. The architecture is medieval and is the best preserved in the all province, as well as the unique physical proof of the large fortification net than used to control Canal Bianco. The building was erected on the will of Guglielmo III Marchesella degli Adelardi, Lord of Ferrara, to defeat the Estes in the territory of Rovigo. Shortly, in 1187, the building became propery of the Estes. With the entire region of Polesine, then, the castle of Arquà in 1395 became property of the Most Serene Republic of Venice in exchange for financial credit. The Venetians established in there a military district, equipping the castle with a garrison. The original difensive configuration, that was necessary to keep one of the most important places of Polesine, was lost after the victory on the so-called Salt War (circa 1480-1484). After the years between 1438 and 1482, when the building came back to the Estes, the Republic of Venice gave it, at the end, to the Diedos. In the XVI Century every builded military fortress were shot down, except for the castle of Arquà because its location was strategically important, as it was the only way to reach Canal Bianco and Po River, that meant the territories near Ferrara. The Diedos, family with probable Venetian origins, converted the castle in a comfort and luxurious noble dwelling in the countryside and embellished it with frescos, shotting down one of the guard towers. Excellences of the context: Hunting Masion. The structure is an example of Ferrara’s rural architecture. In the inside, the building is divided in a central hall, with timbers, from where it is possible to access to the other rooms. On the posterior façade there are noble crests. The surrounding walls were built in the XVIII Century. In 1850 the garden were converted in a park with bridges, caverns, water games, several plants and paths full of historical evidences. It was also built a neo-gothic tower. The tale tells that the building was connected to the castle with a secret passage. It is exposed to the road the crosses the town in east-west direction, while at that time it was separated from the city centre and near to an ancient path made in roman age. Originally built as service construction by Alberto V of Este, marquise of Ferrara and Modena, at his death in 1393, was given in heritage to his son, Nicolò III, that was full of debts and, in 1412, gave it to the noble Andrea Durazzo with the obligation of vassalage. In the middle of XVI Century it was expanded and two more wings were erected, with some other rooms, a cantina and some atticts. In 1720, after other renovations, the building had the resemblance of the XVIII Century and in 1752 it was given to the bishop Pellegrino Ferro. In 1756 it was bought by the noble family named Cavalli, in 1760 by the Cecchettis that, at the beginning of XIX Century, made some renovations. The current owners are heir of the Cecchettis. Antonio Cecchetti made an industrial orchard. During World War II it became a refuge for displaced persons then, divided, it was rent out. In 1968, as ruin, it was renewed by the architect Conato.
A. HONNEGER PADUANA H 181 Luca Paccagnella violoncello Medieval Castle Arquà Polesine
A. HONNEGER PADUANA H 181 (1945)
Luca Paccagnella violoncello
Medieval Castle Arquà Polesine (1146) SOUND OF STONE Sound Architectures - I SUONI DEL PO Live Recording 2019
The fortress of Arquà, erected in 1146, commonly known as Castello Estense, is one of the few buildings in Italy that has the double enrolment in both the Castle Register and Historical Dwelling Register. The architecture is medieval and is the best preserved in the all province, as well as the unique physical proof of the large fortification net than used to control Canal Bianco. The building was erected on the will of Guglielmo III Marchesella degli Adelardi, Lord of Ferrara, to defeat the Estes in the territory of Rovigo. Shortly, in 1187, the building became propery of the Estes. With the entire region of Polesine, then, the castle of Arquà in 1395 became property of the Most Serene Republic of Venice in exchange for financial credit. The Venetians established in there a military district, equipping the castle with a garrison. The original difensive configuration, that was necessary to keep one of the most important places of Polesine, was lost after the victory on the so-called Salt War (circa 1480-1484). After the years between 1438 and 1482, when the building came back to the Estes, the Republic of Venice gave it, at the end, to the Diedos. In the XVI Century every builded military fortress were shot down, except for the castle of Arquà because its location was strategically important, as it was the only way to reach Canal Bianco and Po River, that meant the territories near Ferrara. The Diedos, family with probable Venetian origins, converted the castle in a comfort and luxurious noble dwelling in the countryside and embellished it with frescos, shotting down one of the guard towers. Excellences of the context: Hunting Masion. The structure is an example of Ferrara’s rural architecture. In the inside, the building is divided in a central hall, with timbers, from where it is possible to access to the other rooms. On the posterior façade there are noble crests. The surrounding walls were built in the XVIII Century. In 1850 the garden were converted in a park with bridges, caverns, water games, several plants and paths full of historical evidences. It was also built a neo-gothic tower. The tale tells that the building was connected to the castle with a secret passage. It is exposed to the road the crosses the town in east-west direction, while at that time it was separated from the city centre and near to an ancient path made in roman age. Originally built as service construction by Alberto V of Este, marquise of Ferrara and Modena, at his death in 1393, was given in heritage to his son, Nicolò III, that was full of debts and, in 1412, gave it to the noble Andrea Durazzo with the obligation of vassalage. In the middle of XVI Century it was expanded and two more wings were erected, with some other rooms, a cantina and some atticts. In 1720, after other renovations, the building had the resemblance of the XVIII Century and in 1752 it was given to the bishop Pellegrino Ferro. In 1756 it was bought by the noble family named Cavalli, in 1760 by the Cecchettis that, at the beginning of XIX Century, made some renovations. The current owners are heir of the Cecchettis. Antonio Cecchetti made an industrial orchard. During World War II it became a refuge for displaced persons then, divided, it was rent out. In 1968, as ruin, it was renewed by the architect Conato.
GIULIO DE RUVO ROMANELLA violoncello LUCA PACCAGNELLA ESTENSE MEDIEVAL CASTLE
GIULIO DE RUVO ROMANELLA (XVII°sec.)
violoncello LUCA PACCAGNELLA
Medieval Castle Live Recording 2019 Arquà Polesine - ITALY SOUND OF STONE Sound Architectures - I SUONI DEL PO
The fortress of Arquà, erected in 1146, commonly known as Castello Estense, is one of the few buildings in Italy that has the double enrolment in both the Castle Register and Historical Dwelling Register. The architecture is medieval and is the best preserved in the all province, as well as the unique physical proof of the large fortification net than used to control Canal Bianco. The building was erected on the will of Guglielmo III Marchesella degli Adelardi, Lord of Ferrara, to defeat the Estes in the territory of Rovigo. Shortly, in 1187, the building became propery of the Estes. With the entire region of Polesine, then, the castle of Arquà in 1395 became property of the Most Serene Republic of Venice in exchange for financial credit. The Venetians established in there a military district, equipping the castle with a garrison. The original difensive configuration, that was necessary to keep one of the most important places of Polesine, was lost after the victory on the so-called Salt War (circa 1480-1484). After the years between 1438 and 1482, when the building came back to the Estes, the Republic of Venice gave it, at the end, to the Diedos. In the XVI Century every builded military fortress were shot down, except for the castle of Arquà because its location was strategically important, as it was the only way to reach Canal Bianco and Po River, that meant the territories near Ferrara. The Diedos, family with probable Venetian origins, converted the castle in a comfort and luxurious noble dwelling in the countryside and embellished it with frescos, shotting down one of the guard towers. Excellences of the context: Hunting Masion. The structure is an example of Ferrara’s rural architecture. In the inside, the building is divided in a central hall, with timbers, from where it is possible to access to the other rooms. On the posterior façade there are noble crests. The surrounding walls were built in the XVIII Century. In 1850 the garden were converted in a park with bridges, caverns, water games, several plants and paths full of historical evidences. It was also built a neo-gothic tower. The tale tells that the building was connected to the castle with a secret passage. It is exposed to the road the crosses the town in east-west direction, while at that time it was separated from the city centre and near to an ancient path made in roman age. Originally built as service construction by Alberto V of Este, marquise of Ferrara and Modena, at his death in 1393, was given in heritage to his son, Nicolò III, that was full of debts and, in 1412, gave it to the noble Andrea Durazzo with the obligation of vassalage. In the middle of XVI Century it was expanded and two more wings were erected, with some other rooms, a cantina and some atticts. In 1720, after other renovations, the building had the resemblance of the XVIII Century and in 1752 it was given to the bishop Pellegrino Ferro. In 1756 it was bought by the noble family named Cavalli, in 1760 by the Cecchettis that, at the beginning of XIX Century, made some renovations. The current owners are heir of the Cecchettis. Antonio Cecchetti made an industrial orchard. During World War II it became a refuge for displaced persons then, divided, it was rent out. In 1968, as ruin, it was renewed by the architect Conato.
J.S. BACH BOURREE 4 SUITE Luca Paccagnella cello Medieval Estense Castle Arquà Polesine
J.S. BACH BOURREE 4 SUITE mib maggiore BWV 1010
Luca Paccagnella cello
Pac & BACH a journey on the River Po
The Sound of Stone Project - Architetture Sonore - Un PO di BACH live recording 2016 in the Medieval Castle ARQUA POLESINE
Diedo, Da Mula, Treves de Bonfili (1146)
si ringraziano Provincia di Rovigo e l'Amministrazione Comunale di Arquà Polesine per aver concesso il Patrocinio al progetto Un PO di BACHArchitetture Sonore- SOUND OF STONE PROJECT Percorso musicale tra i luoghi sonori dislocati lungo il fiume Po dove armonia, equilibrio, proporzione e ritmo si fondono tra Musica e Architettura.
The fortress of Arquà, erected in 1146, commonly known as Castello Estense, is one of the few buildings in Italy that has the double enrolment in both the Castle Register and Historical Dwelling Register. The architecture is medieval and is the best preserved in the all province, as well as the unique physical proof of the large fortification net than used to control Canal Bianco. The building was erected on the will of Guglielmo III Marchesella degli Adelardi, Lord of Ferrara, to defeat the Estes in the territory of Rovigo. Shortly, in 1187, the building became propery of the Estes. With the entire region of Polesine, then, the castle of Arquà in 1395 became property of the Most Serene Republic of Venice in exchange for financial credit. The Venetians established in there a military district, equipping the castle with a garrison. The original difensive configuration, that was necessary to keep one of the most important places of Polesine, was lost after the victory on the so-called Salt War (circa 1480-1484). After the years between 1438 and 1482, when the building came back to the Estes, the Republic of Venice gave it, at the end, to the Diedos. In the XVI Century every builded military fortress were shot down, except for the castle of Arquà because its location was strategically important, as it was the only way to reach Canal Bianco and Po River, that meant the territories near Ferrara. The Diedos, family with probable Venetian origins, converted the castle in a comfort and luxurious noble dwelling in the countryside and embellished it with frescos, shotting down one of the guard towers. Excellences of the context: HUNTING MANSION The structure is an example of Ferrara’s rural architecture. In the inside, the building is divided in a central hall, with timbers, from where it is possible to access to the other rooms. On the posterior façade there are noble crests. The surrounding walls were built in the XVIII Century. In 1850 the garden were converted in a park with bridges, caverns, water games, several plants and paths full of historical evidences. It was also built a neo-gothic tower. The tale tells that the building was connected to the castle with a secret passage. It is exposed to the road the crosses the town in east-west direction, while at that time it was separated from the city centre and near to an ancient path made in roman age. Originally built as service construction by Alberto V of Este, marquise of Ferrara and Modena, at his death in 1393, was given in heritage to his son, Nicolò III, that was full of debts and, in 1412, gave it to the noble Andrea Durazzo with the obligation of vassalage. In the middle of XVI Century it was expanded and two more wings were erected, with some other rooms, a cantina and some atticts. In 1720, after other renovations, the building had the resemblance of the XVIII Century and in 1752 it was given to the bishop Pellegrino Ferro. In 1756 it was bought by the noble family named Cavalli, in 1760 by the Cecchettis that, at the beginning of XIX Century, made some renovations. The current owners are heir of the Cecchettis. Antonio Cecchetti made an industrial orchard. During World War II it became a refuge for displaced persons then, divided, it was rent out. In 1968, as ruin, it was renewed by the architect Conato.
J.S. BACH GIGUE 3 SUITE Luca Paccagnella cello Arquà Polesine Medieval Castle
J.S. BACH GIGUE 3 SUITE in do maggiore BWV 1009
Luca Paccagnella cello (Live Recording)
Medieval Castle Arquà Polesine Diedo, Da Mula, Treves de Bonfili (1146) The Sound of Stone Project - Architetture Sonore Live recording 2016 si ringraziano Provincia di Rovigo e l'Amministrazione Comunale di Arquà Polesine per aver concesso il Patrocinio al progetto Percorso musicale tra i luoghi sonori dislocati lungo il fiume Po dove armonia, equilibrio, proporzione e ritmo si fondono tra Musica e Architettura.
The fortress of Arquà, erected in 1146, commonly known as Castello Estense, is one of the few buildings in Italy that has the double enrolment in both the Castle Register and Historical Dwelling Register. The architecture is medieval and is the best preserved in the all province, as well as the unique physical proof of the large fortification net than used to control Canal Bianco. The building was erected on the will of Guglielmo III Marchesella degli Adelardi, Lord of Ferrara, to defeat the Estes in the territory of Rovigo. Shortly, in 1187, the building became propery of the Estes. With the entire region of Polesine, then, the castle of Arquà in 1395 became property of the Most Serene Republic of Venice in exchange for financial credit. The Venetians established in there a military district, equipping the castle with a garrison. The original difensive configuration, that was necessary to keep one of the most important places of Polesine, was lost after the victory on the so-called Salt War (circa 1480-1484). After the years between 1438 and 1482, when the building came back to the Estes, the Republic of Venice gave it, at the end, to the Diedos. In the XVI Century every builded military fortress were shot down, except for the castle of Arquà because its location was strategically important, as it was the only way to reach Canal Bianco and Po River, that meant the territories near Ferrara. The Diedos, family with probable Venetian origins, converted the castle in a comfort and luxurious noble dwelling in the countryside and embellished it with frescos, shotting down one of the guard towers. Excellences of the context: HUNTING MANSION The structure is an example of Ferrara’s rural architecture. In the inside, the building is divided in a central hall, with timbers, from where it is possible to access to the other rooms. On the posterior façade there are noble crests. The surrounding walls were built in the XVIII Century. In 1850 the garden were converted in a park with bridges, caverns, water games, several plants and paths full of historical evidences. It was also built a neo-gothic tower. The tale tells that the building was connected to the castle with a secret passage. It is exposed to the road the crosses the town in east-west direction, while at that time it was separated from the city centre and near to an ancient path made in roman age. Originally built as service construction by Alberto V of Este, marquise of Ferrara and Modena, at his death in 1393, was given in heritage to his son, Nicolò III, that was full of debts and, in 1412, gave it to the noble Andrea Durazzo with the obligation of vassalage. In the middle of XVI Century it was expanded and two more wings were erected, with some other rooms, a cantina and some atticts. In 1720, after other renovations, the building had the resemblance of the XVIII Century and in 1752 it was given to the bishop Pellegrino Ferro. In 1756 it was bought by the noble family named Cavalli, in 1760 by the Cecchettis that, at the beginning of XIX Century, made some renovations. The current owners are heir of the Cecchettis. Antonio Cecchetti made an industrial orchard. During World War II it became a refuge for displaced persons then, divided, it was rent out. In 1968, as ruin, it was renewed by the architect Conato.
J. S. BACH COURANTE 6 SUITE Luca Paccagnella cello MEDIEVAL CASTLE Arquà Polesine
J. S. BACH COURANTE 6 SUITE in re maggiore BWV 1012
Luca Paccagnella cello
Un PO di BACH - Architetture Sonore - The Sound of Stone Project LIve recording 2016 in the Medieval Castle ARQUA POLESINE
Diedo, Da Mula, Treves de Bonfili (1146)
si ringraziano Provincia di Rovigo e l'Amministrazione Comunale di Arquà Polesine per aver concesso il Patrocinio al progetto Un PO di BACHArchitetture Sonore- SOUND OF STONE PROJECT Percorso musicale tra i luoghi sonori dislocati lungo il fiume Po dove armonia, equilibrio, proporzione e ritmo si fondono tra Musica e Architettura.
The fortress of Arquà, erected in 1146, commonly known as Castello Estense, is one of the few buildings in Italy that has the double enrolment in both the Castle Register and Historical Dwelling Register. The architecture is medieval and is the best preserved in the all province, as well as the unique physical proof of the large fortification net than used to control Canal Bianco. The building was erected on the will of Guglielmo III Marchesella degli Adelardi, Lord of Ferrara, to defeat the Estes in the territory of Rovigo. Shortly, in 1187, the building became propery of the Estes. With the entire region of Polesine, then, the castle of Arquà in 1395 became property of the Most Serene Republic of Venice in exchange for financial credit. The Venetians established in there a military district, equipping the castle with a garrison. The original difensive configuration, that was necessary to keep one of the most important places of Polesine, was lost after the victory on the so-called Salt War (circa 1480-1484). After the years between 1438 and 1482, when the building came back to the Estes, the Republic of Venice gave it, at the end, to the Diedos. In the XVI Century every builded military fortress were shot down, except for the castle of Arquà because its location was strategically important, as it was the only way to reach Canal Bianco and Po River, that meant the territories near Ferrara. The Diedos, family with probable Venetian origins, converted the castle in a comfort and luxurious noble dwelling in the countryside and embellished it with frescos, shotting down one of the guard towers. Excellences of the context: HUNTING MANSION The structure is an example of Ferrara’s rural architecture. In the inside, the building is divided in a central hall, with timbers, from where it is possible to access to the other rooms. On the posterior façade there are noble crests. The surrounding walls were built in the XVIII Century. In 1850 the garden were converted in a park with bridges, caverns, water games, several plants and paths full of historical evidences. It was also built a neo-gothic tower. The tale tells that the building was connected to the castle with a secret passage. It is exposed to the road the crosses the town in east-west direction, while at that time it was separated from the city centre and near to an ancient path made in roman age. Originally built as service construction by Alberto V of Este, marquise of Ferrara and Modena, at his death in 1393, was given in heritage to his son, Nicolò III, that was full of debts and, in 1412, gave it to the noble Andrea Durazzo with the obligation of vassalage. In the middle of XVI Century it was expanded and two more wings were erected, with some other rooms, a cantina and some atticts. In 1720, after other renovations, the building had the resemblance of the XVIII Century and in 1752 it was given to the bishop Pellegrino Ferro. In 1756 it was bought by the noble family named Cavalli, in 1760 by the Cecchettis that, at the beginning of XIX Century, made some renovations. The current owners are heir of the Cecchettis. Antonio Cecchetti made an industrial orchard. During World War II it became a refuge for displaced persons then, divided, it was rent out. In 1968, as ruin, it was renewed by the architect Conato.
BACH 3 SUITE (Complete) violoncello LUCA PACCAGNELLA Estense Medieval Castle
BACH SUITE n. 3 BWV 1009 (Complete)
violoncello LUCA PACCAGNELLA
Prelude, Allemande, Courante, Sarabande, Bourree, Gigue Medieval Castle Live Recording 2018
Arquà Polesine - ITALY - SOUND OF STONE Sound ArchitecturesI SUONI DEL PO
The fortress of Arquà, erected in 1146, commonly known as Castello Estense, is one of the few buildings in Italy that has the double enrolment in both the Castle Register and Historical Dwelling Register. The architecture is medieval and is the best preserved in the all province, as well as the unique physical proof of the large fortification net than used to control Canal Bianco. The building was erected on the will of Guglielmo III Marchesella degli Adelardi, Lord of Ferrara, to defeat the Estes in the territory of Rovigo. Shortly, in 1187, the building became propery of the Estes. With the entire region of Polesine, then, the castle of Arquà in 1395 became property of the Most Serene Republic of Venice in exchange for financial credit. The Venetians established in there a military district, equipping the castle with a garrison. The original difensive configuration, that was necessary to keep one of the most important places of Polesine, was lost after the victory on the so-called Salt War (circa 1480-1484). After the years between 1438 and 1482, when the building came back to the Estes, the Republic of Venice gave it, at the end, to the Diedos. In the XVI Century every builded military fortress were shot down, except for the castle of Arquà because its location was strategically important, as it was the only way to reach Canal Bianco and Po River, that meant the territories near Ferrara. The Diedos, family with probable Venetian origins, converted the castle in a comfort and luxurious noble dwelling in the countryside and embellished it with frescos, shotting down one of the guard towers. Excellences of the context: Hunting Masion. The structure is an example of Ferrara’s rural architecture. In the inside, the building is divided in a central hall, with timbers, from where it is possible to access to the other rooms. On the posterior façade there are noble crests. The surrounding walls were built in the XVIII Century. In 1850 the garden were converted in a park with bridges, caverns, water games, several plants and paths full of historical evidences. It was also built a neo-gothic tower. The tale tells that the building was connected to the castle with a secret passage. It is exposed to the road the crosses the town in east-west direction, while at that time it was separated from the city centre and near to an ancient path made in roman age. Originally built as service construction by Alberto V of Este, marquise of Ferrara and Modena, at his death in 1393, was given in heritage to his son, Nicolò III, that was full of debts and, in 1412, gave it to the noble Andrea Durazzo with the obligation of vassalage. In the middle of XVI Century it was expanded and two more wings were erected, with some other rooms, a cantina and some atticts. In 1720, after other renovations, the building had the resemblance of the XVIII Century and in 1752 it was given to the bishop Pellegrino Ferro. In 1756 it was bought by the noble family named Cavalli, in 1760 by the Cecchettis that, at the beginning of XIX Century, made some renovations. The current owners are heir of the Cecchettis. Antonio Cecchetti made an industrial orchard. During World War II it became a refuge for displaced persons then, divided, it was rent out. In 1968, as ruin, it was renewed by the architect Conato.
J.S. BACH GIGA SUITE 6 Luca Paccagnella cello Arquà Polesine (Medieval Castle)
J. S. BACH GIGA SUITE n.6 in re maggiore BWV 1012
Luca PACCAGNELLA cello
Un PO di BACH - Architetture Sonore - The Sound of Stone Project LIve recording 2016 in the Medieval Castle ARQUA POLESINE
Diedo, Da Mula, Treves de Bonfili (1146)
si ringraziano Provincia di Rovigo e l'Amministrazione Comunale di Arquà Polesine per aver concesso il Patrocinio al progetto Un PO di BACHArchitetture Sonore- SOUND OF STONE PROJECT Percorso musicale tra i luoghi sonori dislocati lungo il fiume Po dove armonia, equilibrio, proporzione e ritmo si fondono tra Musica e Architettura.
The fortress of Arquà, erected in 1146, commonly known as Castello Estense, is one of the few buildings in Italy that has the double enrolment in both the Castle Register and Historical Dwelling Register. The architecture is medieval and is the best preserved in the all province, as well as the unique physical proof of the large fortification net than used to control Canal Bianco. The building was erected on the will of Guglielmo III Marchesella degli Adelardi, Lord of Ferrara, to defeat the Estes in the territory of Rovigo. Shortly, in 1187, the building became propery of the Estes. With the entire region of Polesine, then, the castle of Arquà in 1395 became property of the Most Serene Republic of Venice in exchange for financial credit. The Venetians established in there a military district, equipping the castle with a garrison. The original difensive configuration, that was necessary to keep one of the most important places of Polesine, was lost after the victory on the so-called Salt War (circa 1480-1484). After the years between 1438 and 1482, when the building came back to the Estes, the Republic of Venice gave it, at the end, to the Diedos. In the XVI Century every builded military fortress were shot down, except for the castle of Arquà because its location was strategically important, as it was the only way to reach Canal Bianco and Po River, that meant the territories near Ferrara. The Diedos, family with probable Venetian origins, converted the castle in a comfort and luxurious noble dwelling in the countryside and embellished it with frescos, shotting down one of the guard towers. Excellences of the context: HUNTING MANSION The structure is an example of Ferrara’s rural architecture. In the inside, the building is divided in a central hall, with timbers, from where it is possible to access to the other rooms. On the posterior façade there are noble crests. The surrounding walls were built in the XVIII Century. In 1850 the garden were converted in a park with bridges, caverns, water games, several plants and paths full of historical evidences. It was also built a neo-gothic tower. The tale tells that the building was connected to the castle with a secret passage. It is exposed to the road the crosses the town in east-west direction, while at that time it was separated from the city centre and near to an ancient path made in roman age. Originally built as service construction by Alberto V of Este, marquise of Ferrara and Modena, at his death in 1393, was given in heritage to his son, Nicolò III, that was full of debts and, in 1412, gave it to the noble Andrea Durazzo with the obligation of vassalage. In the middle of XVI Century it was expanded and two more wings were erected, with some other rooms, a cantina and some atticts. In 1720, after other renovations, the building had the resemblance of the XVIII Century and in 1752 it was given to the bishop Pellegrino Ferro. In 1756 it was bought by the noble family named Cavalli, in 1760 by the Cecchettis that, at the beginning of XIX Century, made some renovations. The current owners are heir of the Cecchettis. Antonio Cecchetti made an industrial orchard. During World War II it became a refuge for displaced persons then, divided, it was rent out. In 1968, as ruin, it was renewed by the architect Conato.
Backstage del concerto dell'Eroica ad Arqua Polesine del 18 settembre 2016
Nella sede del suggestivo Castello di Arqua Polesine, ecco un dietro alla quinte del lavoro svolto dall'infaticabile maestro Luca Paccagnella con la sua orchestra giovanile.
Luca Paccagnella SUN BLUES PAC sur le nom BACH for cello solo (Castle Estense Arqua Polesine)
LUCA PACCAGNELLA
SUN BLUES PAC sur le nom Bach (cello alone) Un PO di BACH Project
ARQUA' POLESINE (RO) - MIDDLE AGE CASTLE
Si ringrazia l'Amministrazione Comunale di Arquà Polesine per aver concesso il Patrocinio al progetto Architetture sonore: Un PO di BACH. Registrazione agosto 2016, SOUND OF STONE PROJECT Percorso musicale tra i luoghi sonori dislocati lungo il fiume Po dove armonia, equilibrio, proporzione e ritmo si fondono tra Musica e Architettura.
The fortress of Arquà, erected in 1146, commonly known as Castello Estense, is one of the few buildings in Italy that has the double enrolment in both the Castle Register and Historical Dwelling Register. The architecture is medieval and is the best preserved in the all province, as well as the unique physical proof of the large fortification net than used to control Canal Bianco. The building was erected on the will of Guglielmo III Marchesella degli Adelardi, Lord of Ferrara, to defeat the Estes in the territory of Rovigo. Shortly, in 1187, the building became propery of the Estes. With the entire region of Polesine, then, the castle of Arquà in 1395 became property of the Most Serene Republic of Venice in exchange for financial credit. The Venetians established in there a military district, equipping the castle with a garrison. The original difensive configuration, that was necessary to keep one of the most important places of Polesine, was lost after the victory on the so-called Salt War (circa 1480-1484). After the years between 1438 and 1482, when the building came back to the Estes, the Republic of Venice gave it, at the end, to the Diedos. In the XVI Century every builded military fortress were shot down, except for the castle of Arquà because its location was strategically important, as it was the only way to reach Canal Bianco and Po River, that meant the territories near Ferrara. The Diedos, family with probable Venetian origins, converted the castle in a comfort and luxurious noble dwelling in the countryside and embellished it with frescos, shotting down one of the guard towers. Excellences of the context: HUNTING MANSION The structure is an example of Ferrara’s rural architecture. In the inside, the building is divided in a central hall, with timbers, from where it is possible to access to the other rooms. On the posterior façade there are noble crests. The surrounding walls were built in the XVIII Century. In 1850 the garden were converted in a park with bridges, caverns, water games, several plants and paths full of historical evidences. It was also built a neo-gothic tower. The tale tells that the building was connected to the castle with a secret passage. It is exposed to the road the crosses the town in east-west direction, while at that time it was separated from the city centre and near to an ancient path made in roman age. Originally built as service construction by Alberto V of Este, marquise of Ferrara and Modena, at his death in 1393, was given in heritage to his son, Nicolò III, that was full of debts and, in 1412, gave it to the noble Andrea Durazzo with the obligation of vassalage. In the middle of XVI Century it was expanded and two more wings were erected, with some other rooms, a cantina and some atticts. In 1720, after other renovations, the building had the resemblance of the XVIII Century and in 1752 it was given to the bishop Pellegrino Ferro. In 1756 it was bought by the noble family named Cavalli, in 1760 by the Cecchettis that, at the beginning of XIX Century, made some renovations. The current owners are heir of the Cecchettis. Antonio Cecchetti made an industrial orchard. During World War II it became a refuge for displaced persons then, divided, it was rent out. In 1968, as ruin, it was renewed by the architect Conato.